The leak in the back could be a sign of a seal going, which is often a result
of worn main bearings, and too much play on the crankshaft. But then again,
the seal problem could be independent of your oil pressure problem.
My suggestion is: do not drive the car at all. Try to take the oil pan out and
hope that the problem is dirt on the oil pump pickup screen. If that's the
problem, you are lucky. If not, try replacing the oil pump (I think that's
internal in small blocks). If that does not do it, its time for an engine
overhaul.
D^2
Quoting Daniel M Wing <imp1983@xxxxxxxx>:
> Well,
>
> I switched to straight 30W oil, (I let the old stuff drain overnight.
> Lots of crap came out.)
>
> Took the Imp for a drive today and things were fine for about
> 9 miles, and then the lifter started clacking again. I shut it
> down and let it cool awhile. Started up and it was still a little
> noisy, but then the noise faded away and she was running great.
>
> She ran great most of the way home, but I have to climb a hill.
> Once again the lifters started clacking, and bingo -oil light flickered
> on. Had to shut her down. Let it rest a bit, started up noise
> went away and she ran fine. Idles beautifully in the driveway.
>
> No, I didn't hook up a pressure gauge. ( I guess I will have to get
> one.) Yes, I did try some oil detergent additive (against Dick
> Benjamin's
> advice. I have used it before and it did work.)
>
> However, I did notice that there was some oil on the front of the
> transmission housing. Could this be a rear oil seal leak? If so
> how major of a job is it to fix?)
>
> Thanks in advance for more help. (I'm afraid that if this ends up
> being a big deal, I won't be registering for Carlsisle any time soon.)
> Or, driving the Imp. :(
>
>
> Dan Wing
> Marcy, NY USA
>
> imp1983@xxxxxxxx
>
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